Not many weeks ago, the Buffalo Sabres decided to scrap their front office and coaching staff after a disappointing 2016-17 NHL season. The Sabres were the worst team in the Atlantic Division, second worst in the Eastern Conference, and fifth worst in the NHL. The team seemed like they had the mix to at least be close to the wild-card race. The roster was made up of some young talent to go with a handful of older proven players.
Young star Jack Eichel struggled to start the season with an ankle sprain. The defense wasn’t very deep past Rasmus Ristolainen.